CRNA – Pediatric Anesthesia Services

Role Overview

This position involves collaborating with pediatric surgeons, anesthesiologists, and healthcare providers to deliver tailored anesthesia care for pediatric patients. Key responsibilities include conducting pre-anesthetic evaluations, discussing options with families, and providing age-appropriate education and reassurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive pre-anesthetic assessments, reviewing medical history, labs, and medications.
• Identify potential risks, develop individualized anesthesia plans, and obtain informed consent.
• Administer various anesthesia techniques, including general, regional, local, sedation, spinal, epidural, and nerve blocks.
• Induce and maintain anesthesia during diverse procedures, monitor physiological responses, and adjust levels for safety and comfort.
• Manage post-anesthesia recovery and respond to emergencies, including airway management and resuscitation.
• Educate patients and families on anesthesia processes, risks, recovery, and pain management.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure seamless perioperative care.
• Participate in teaching and mentoring students and new staff.

Qualifications And Skills

Master's degree in a related field (Doctorate preferred), valid RN licensure, CRNA certification, BLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications required. 0-2 years of relevant experience preferred.